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Ms. Perkins from Hartford, CT is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The World of Color - Color Printer

Help me give my students worksheets, certificates, and other papers with the color printer!

  • $962 goal

This project expired on October 1, 2025.

This project expired on October 1, 2025.

My Project

The color printer and ink will be an essential resource in supporting my students' learning. Their determination to master a new language while engaging in complex academic content is truly inspiring. Visuals are a powerful tool for multilingual learners, helping to bridge language gaps and reinforce comprehension.

With a color printer, I can create engaging, visually rich materials like graphic organizers, vocabulary cards, and culturally relevant texts that cater to their learning styles.

It will also allow me to print vibrant certificates and other personalized rewards to celebrate their progress and achievements. These colorful recognitions not only motivate students but also help build their confidence and pride in their hard work. Providing tangible, meaningful acknowledgment makes a significant difference in their educational journey.

Ms. Perkins Thomas Snell Weaver High School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hartford, CT View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

200 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3301fdw Wireless All-in-One Color Laser Printer, Scanner, Copier, Fax, Best for Office (499Q5F) • Quill.com $479.00 1 $479.00
Original HP 218A Magenta Toner Cartridge Print Up to 1 200 Pages (W2183A) • Staples $79.34 1 $79.34
Original HP 218A Cyan Toner Cartridge Print Up to 1 200 Pages (W2181A) • Staples $76.54 1 $76.54
Original HP 218A Yellow Toner Cartridge Print Up to 1 200 Pages (W2182A) • Staples $76.54 1 $76.54
Original HP 218A Black Toner Cartridge Print Up to 1 300 Pages (W2180A) • Staples $64.24 1 $64.24

Materials cost

$775.66

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$817.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$144.23

Total project goal

$961.52

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